Reach Ultraclean Dental Floss. PFAS is a "forever chemical" which has been linked with thyroid disease, obesity and immune suppression. These chemicals are found in carpets and cookware. . . We recently learned that dental floss is also a good option. According to a study, those who use dental floss containing PFAS have higher levels in their body. It is important to note that this correlation does not prove any health effects. Why use it when there are other types of floss that do not contain PFAS, which could leech into the body? It's important to choose a floss that feels good on your gums. (PFAS is what gives floss its smooth glide). We decided to replace our Oral B Glide (which contains PFAS) with Reach Ultraclean. It's strong and rubbery and doesn't shred in between teeth. It moves with a satisfying twang, making flossing a little more fun.
We've written an article about flossing if you haven't made it a habit yet.
The Social Network. This film was released almost 15 years before I saw it, and we recently watched it again with my family. It's an excellent film that cleverly frames the story of the founding of Facebook in terms of a man's quest for status. (At the core of everything is the struggle for status). Jesse Eisenberg portrays Mark Zuckerberg so well, and Aaron Sorkin’s snappy dialog is of course a hit. The main characters of the story are not very good, but it still made me nostalgic about the early days when the internet was new and exciting. College students were creating billion-dollar businesses in their dorm rooms. The launch was the rage. (AoM launched two years after FB was opened to the public. Memories.)
"The Ambling Mind", by L. M. Sacasas. This year I have been naturally waking up earlier. Instead of waiting around until the kids are up, I take a walk around my neighbourhood for two miles. It's something I enjoy. L.M Sacasas' article highlights the benefits of walking outdoors: It is a good way to think things through. Walking is a great way to boost your brain's cognitive abilities. Many of the greatest philosophers in history, such as Aristotle and Kant, walked. Check out our article from a decade ago, "Solvitur Ambulando": It's Solved by Walking.
The Anatomy of Courage, by Lord Moran Charles McMoran Wilson 1st baron Moran is best known for serving as Winston Churchill’s personal physician during WWII and until Churchill’s death. In WWI he was a medical officer with the Royal Fusiliers. He observed closely how soldiers responded to war's stresses. Moran shares his opinions and insights on the qualities that make men more susceptible to fear, cowardice and other negative emotions. He also discusses what circumstances can cause men to crumble or remain together.
Quote of the week
It is not worth living a short life. When a man feels deeply, takes bold actions, and expresses his feelings with passion and frankness, he is a true gentleman.
--Benjamin Disraeli
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